Peter Katin
Pianist and academic with classical music
Born
November 14th, 1930
94 years ago
Died
2015
10 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A distinguished pianist and academic, recognition came from performances of classical repertoire, including interpretations of works by Chopin, Liszt, and Beethoven. Participation in various music festivals highlighted immense talent, alongside a commitment to music education. Teaching roles at renowned institutions contributed to shaping the next generation of musicians. Additionally, recordings of concertos and solo compositions added to a prolific career in both performance and scholarship.
Performed at international music festivals
Recorded works of Chopin and Beethoven
Taught at prominent music institutions
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